Apple iPhone 8 Plus

Review of the Apple iPhone 8 Plus

• Chipset: Apple A11 Bionic (10 nm, Hexa-core, 2.39 GHz, 3 core performa tinggi + 3 core efisiensi)
• GPU: Apple GPU (3-core graphics)
• RAM: 3 GB LPDDR4X
• Storage: 64 GB / 128 GB / 256 GB (tidak ada slot microSD)
• Screen: 5.5 inci Retina HD IPS LCD, 1080 x 1920 piksel, 401 ppi, True Tone, 3D Touch
• Rear Camera:
  • Dual 12 MP: Wide (f/1.8, OIS) + Telephoto (f/2.8, 2x optical zoom)
  • Fitur: Quad-LED True Tone flash, HDR, perekaman video 4K@60fps
• Front Camera: 7 MP (f/2.2), HDR, video 1080p@30fps
• Battery: 2691 mAh, fast charging 15W (50% dalam 30 menit), wireless charging (Qi)
• Operating System: iOS 11 (expandable up to iOS 16, possibly iOS 17 in the future)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC (Apple Pay), GPS, Lightning port
• Other Features: Touch ID, IP67, speaker stereo, Apple Pay
• Dimensions and weight: 158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5 mm, 202 gram
• Color: Gold, Silver, Space Gray

• The performance of the A11 Bionic is still strong for everyday tasks and light to medium gaming.
• Retina HD display with accurate colors and sufficient brightness for indoor use.
• Versatile dual camera with quality photo and video results.
• The iOS ecosystem is stable, secure, and getting updates until 2025 (iOS 16, possibly iOS 17).
• Build quality premium dengan IP67 dan speaker stereo yang jernih.

• Old-fashioned design with thick bezels, not as modern as 2025 smartphones.
• The 3 GB RAM and small battery are less than ideal for multitasking or intensive gaming.
• It does not support 5G, only 4G LTE.
• Tidak ada jack audio 3.5mm dan slot microSD.
• Warming up the device when playing heavy games for a long time.

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• Minimum specifications (iOS): iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 12.0, RAM 3 GB, penyimpanan 40 GB.
• Ability:
  • iPhone 8 Plus is included in the list of minimum supported devices for Genshin Impact, but not a recommended device by miHoYo.
  • On the graphics settings lowest, this game can run smoothly, achieve 30 + FPS without frame drop or significant lag.
  • However, on the graphics settings medium or high, decreased performance, with potential for frame drop and stuttering, especially in congested open-world areas.
  • Heating: After playing about 10 minutes, the temperature of the device increases, especially on the back near the camera, which can interfere with comfort.
  • Battery Consumption: Battery drains quickly, may only last 2-3 hours for intensive play sessions.
  • Storage: This Game takes about 35-40 GB, so the 64 GB variant may feel limited if there are other apps.
• Matches: Enough, but only for low graphics settings. Not ideal for competitive gaming experiences or long sessions due to heating and battery.

• Minimum specifications (iOS): iOS 9.0, RAM 1 GB, CPU Apple A7 atau lebih tinggi.
• Ability:
  • the iPhone 8 Plus far exceeds the minimum specifications, so Mobile Legends can run very smoothly on graphics settings High with high frame rate (up to 60 FPS).
  • A11 Bionic menangani gameplay 5v5 tanpa lag, bahkan di pertarungan tim yang intens.
  • Heating: The temperature is kept under control for a 15-20 minute play session, with minimal temperature increase.
  • Battery Consumption: The battery is reduced by about 4% for 17 minutes of play, showing good efficiency.
  • File Size: About 3-5 GB, not too burdensome storage.
• Matches: Very Good. the iPhone 8 Plus is ideal for Mobile Legends, providing a seamless competitive experience without constraints.

• Minimum specifications (iOS): iOS 11.0, RAM 1 GB, CPU Apple A8 atau lebih tinggi.
• Ability:
  • Free Fire adalah game battle royale yang ringan dibandingkan PUBG Mobile, dan iPhone 8 Plus dapat menjalankannya pada pengaturan grafis High with 40-60 FPS which is stable.
  • There is no lag or frame drop during the game, even in ranked mode or when many players are in the same area.
  • Heating: The temperature of the device remains comfortable for a 20-30 minute playing session.
  • Battery Consumption: Relatively sparingly, about 5-6% for 20 minutes of play.
  • File Size: About 2-3 GB, very friendly for storage.
• Matches: Very Good. Free Fire runs smoothly and efficiently, suitable for both casual and competitive players.

• Minimum specifications (iOS): iOS 12.0, RAM 1 GB, CPU Apple A9 atau lebih tinggi.
• Ability:
  • Block Blast adalah game puzzle ring- yang sangat ringan, mirip seperti Tetris atau Candy Crush, dengan kebutuhan spesifikasi sangat rendah.
  • the iPhone 8 Plus runs this game perfectly, without lag, with simple graphics and smooth animations.
  • Heating: There is no significant increase in temperature, even for long playing sessions.
  • Battery Consumption: Very economical, less than 2% for 20 minutes of play.
  • File Size: Less than 1 GB, very small.
• Matches: Perfect. Block Blast runs without problems, suitable for light entertainment.

• Minimum specifications (iOS): iOS 13.0, RAM 2 GB, CPU Apple A9 atau lebih tinggi.
• Ability:
  • Minecraft (Pocket Edition) berjalan lancar pada iPhone 8 Plus dengan pengaturan grafis Medium hingga High.
  • Gameplay such as building, exploring, or survival mode runs without lag, with a stable frame rate of around 30-60 FPS depending on the complexity of the world.
  • Heating: The temperature rises slightly after 30 minutes, but it is still comfortable.
  • Battery Consumption: About 8-10% for 30 minutes of play, quite reasonable for 3D games.
  • File Size: About 1-2 GB, depending on the created world.
• Matches: Good. Minecraft runs well for casual play sessions, although high graphics settings can speed up battery consumption.

• Minimum specifications (iOS): iOS 11.0, RAM 2 GB, CPU Apple A8 atau lebih tinggi.
• Ability:
  • iPhone 8 Plus can run PUBG Mobile on graphics settings Smooth/Balanced with frame rate Ultra (40-60 FPS), providing smooth gameplay without breaking.
  • Settings HD / High it might cause frames to drop in crowded areas or during many graphic effects (e.g., explosions or smoke).
  • Heating: The maximum temperature is about 41°C after 20-30 minutes, still within reasonable limits.
  • Battery Consumption: About 5% for 23 minutes of play, quite efficient.
  • File Size: About 3-4 GB, not too big.
• Matches: Good. PUBG Mobile runs smoothly on low to medium settings, suitable for casual players, but less than ideal for maximum graphics settings.

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• Suitable for: Casual players who play light to medium games such as Mobile Legends, Free Fire, and Block Blast, as well as users who want an iOS device at a more affordable price (second-hand).
• Less suitable for: Competitive gamers or those who want to play heavy games like Genshin Impact with high graphics, due to limited RAM, battery and risk of heating.
• AdviceTip: Always use low graphics settings for heavy games, make sure there is enough storage (choose the 128 GB or 256 GB variant), and use the charger when playing intensive games to maintain battery life.